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Friday 21 August 2026
Hack the Gong challenge puts Illawarra’s innovators to the test at iAccelerate
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Ben Quilty, Guan Wei works among treasures available at UOW Art Auction
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Researchers unveil potential new treatment for Motor Neurone Disease
World-first discovery removes toxic proteins before they can damage motor neurones
Food insecurity affects 1 in 3 regional people – and it’s worse for those with poor mental health
In regional NSW, 1 in 3 people experienced food insecurity in the past year. The rate was double for those who were socially isolated or had a mental illness.
Study brings science of bushfire smoke to the frontline of firefighting
Review responds to firefighters’ safety concerns, highlighting smoke complexity, skin absorption and protective equipment
Indigenous programs cost billions, but we know surprisingly little about what works
We still know too little about which Aboriginal health and wellbeing programs are effective
UOW scientists lead fight against MND with $1.3m in research funding
Researchers to spearhead international projects that will unlock crucial knowledge about the cause of fatal disease
Researcher wins $652k funding to help older heart patients transition home safely
Professor Caleb Ferguson awarded Heart Foundation Fellowship to research improving cardiovascular care for Australia’s ageing population